Status:
valid
Authors:
Pennell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Notul. Nat. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 179: 5 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694034
Common Names
- Galvezia Lanceolata
- Lanceolate Galvezia
- Lanceolate Milkpea
Description
Galvezia lanceolata (also called Lance-leaved Island Bush Snapdragon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Plantaginaceae family. It is native to the Galápagos Islands. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in tropical forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Galvezia lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make essential oils. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Galvezia lanceolata is a bright yellow flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Galvezia lanceolata is a shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Galvezia lanceolata
Galvezia lanceolata is native to Mexico and Central America.
Galvezia lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galvezia lanceolata?
Galvezia lanceolata
What is the common name of Galvezia lanceolata?
Lance-leaved Island Bush Snapdragon
What is the natural habitat of Galvezia lanceolata?
Dry, rocky hillsides and bushveld
Species in the Galvezia genus
Species in the Plantaginaceae family
Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum,
Adenosma annamense,
Adenosma bracteosum,
Adenosma camphoratum,
Adenosma cordifolium,
Adenosma debilis,
Adenosma elsholtzioides,
Adenosma glutinosum,
Adenosma hirsutum,
Adenosma indianum,
Adenosma inopinatum,
Adenosma javanicum,
Adenosma macrophyllum,
Adenosma malabaricum,
Adenosma microcephalum,
Adenosma muelleri,
Adenosma nelsonioides,
Adenosma papuana,
Adenosma punctata,
Adenosma retusilobum,
Adenosma subrepens,
Adenosma ternata,
Adenosma thorelii,
Agathelpis adunca,
Agathelpis brevifolia,
Agathelpis mucronata,
Albraunia foveopilosa,
Albraunia fugax,
Albraunia psilosperma,
Anamaria heterophylla,
Anarrhinum bellidifolium,
Anarrhinum corsicum,
Anarrhinum duriminium,
Anarrhinum forsskaolii,
Anarrhinum fruticosum,
Anarrhinum intermedium,
Anarrhinum laxiflorum,
Anarrhinum longipedicellatum,
Anarrhinum orientale,
Anarrhinum pedatum,
Anarrhinum forskaohlii,
Ancistrostylis harmandii,
Angelonia acuminatissima,
Angelonia alternifolia,
Angelonia angustifolia,
Angelonia arguta,
Angelonia biflora,
Angelonia bisaccata,
Angelonia blanchetii,
Angelonia campestris,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:107326-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].